Hydraulic Presswith Michele Marks

​Class DescriptionThe hydraulic press is an extremely useful piece of equipment in the jewelers studio. The press can be used to quickly create 3-D multiples in jewelry that look as if they were each made by hand or form larger pieces of metal like those used for bracelets. In this hands-on workshop students will:- learn the process of roller printing for added dimension to the metal - use dies to create 3-D shapes- saw and pierce a dome form- learn hydraulic press safety- use the bracelet former attachment to make cuff and anticlastic bracelet shapes

Projects will be created in copper and brass. Students are welcome to bring in their own silver (22-24g)

Materials Kit (what the instructor will provide)*Copper and Brass*Materials kit purchase is required for all BoMA workshops. The kit insures all students have the same tools and materials require to learn the technique and allows the instructor and the students to focus on the technique rather than the materials.

About the InstructorMichele teaches and demonstrates the art of silversmithing. She conducts workshops on the Hydraulic Press, Enameling and Casting. She's always open to learning new things and continuously enhances her skills by taking other instructor lead classes. Working with metals offers many opportunities to do many things.

Maximum six (6) students. All participants will be required to sign a waiver. Participants must be 18 or older.

CANCELLATION POLICY

You may cancel up to 5 business days prior to the start of the class and receive a full refund, less $10 processing.

Cancellations 3-5 business days prior to the start of the class are eligible for a 50% refund.

Cancellations occurring less than 3 business days prior to the start date will not be refunded,

In the event we have to cancel a class, you will be notified prior to the start date and will be issued a full refund.